Name: Parmesan Garlic Bacon Cheeseburger Lasagna
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 55 min
Total time: 1 h 15 min
Cuisine: Italian-American
Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef (80/20); 1 small onion, diced; 3 garlic cloves, minced; 1 cup crispy cooked bacon, crumbled; 1 jar (24 oz) marinara sauce; 1 tsp Italian seasoning; ½ tsp smoked paprika; Salt & pepper to taste; 3 tbsp unsalted butter; 3 tbsp all-purpose flour; 2 cups whole milk; 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese; 2 tsp garlic powder; 12 lasagna noodles, cooked al dente; 2 cups shredded mozzarella; 1 cup shredded cheddar; ½ cup grated Parmesan (for topping); 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley (optional)

Description

A delicious twist on traditional lasagna, featuring layers of meat sauce, a creamy Parmesan garlic béchamel, and a combination of cheeses.

Ingredients

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1 lb ground beef (80/20)
1 small onion, diced
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 cup crispy cooked bacon, crumbled
1 jar (24 oz) marinara sauce
1 tsp Italian seasoning
½ tsp smoked paprika
Salt & pepper to taste
3 tbsp unsalted butter
3 tbsp all-purpose flour
2 cups whole milk
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 tsp garlic powder
12 lasagna noodles, cooked al dente
2 cups shredded mozzarella
1 cup shredded cheddar
½ cup grated Parmesan (for topping)
2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley (optional)

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Instructions

In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned. Add onion and sauté until soft, about 4–5 minutes. Stir in garlic and cook for another minute.
Add marinara, crumbled bacon, Italian seasoning, paprika, and season with salt and pepper. Simmer for 10 minutes. Set aside.
Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Whisk in flour and cook for 1–2 minutes to eliminate the raw taste.
Slowly whisk in milk and cook until thickened, about 5 minutes. Stir in Parmesan and garlic powder. Season with salt and pepper. Remove from heat.
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). In a 9×13” baking dish, spread a layer of meat sauce.
Top with lasagna noodles, then a layer of béchamel, mozzarella, and cheddar. Repeat layers, finishing with cheese on top. Sprinkle with Parmesan.
Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove foil and bake uncovered for 15 more minutes until bubbly and golden.
Let rest for 10 minutes before slicing.

Notes

Feel free to adjust the types of cheese based on your preference.
For extra flavor, consider adding crushed red pepper flakes to the meat sauce.
This lasagna can be assembled a day ahead and refrigerated before baking.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 55 minutes
Category: Main Dish
Method: Baking
Cuisine: Italian-American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 620
Sugar: 6g
Sodium: 950mg
Fat: 38g
Saturated Fat: 20g
Unsaturated Fat: 12g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 38g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 34g
Cholesterol: 150mg